Lorraine launches book dream

Former barrister and Northamptonshire charity founder shared a simple but powerful message to guests during her official book launch recently - that ‘kindness matters.’

Lorraine Lewis, CEO of The Lewis Foundation was joined by supporters, friends and family at Delapre Abbey for the launch of her new book Dare to Dream, which tells the story of how she and her husband set-up a charity which now provides thousands of free gift packs to adult cancer patients.

The event was hosted by business author, broadcaster, leadership coach and brand ambassador, Dr Audrey Tang, who interviewed Lorraine about the challenges and successes she has faced while juggling her legal career with the charity.

Lorraine said: “The launch event was better than I had ever imagined, and I am very grateful to Delapre Abbey and to Dr Audrey Tang for hosting the event.”

Dare to Dream is available to purchase via The Lewis Foundation’s online shop: www.thelewisfoundation.co.uk/onlineshop

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